Elegant Brunch Casserole
Elevate your next gathering with this luxurious and comforting *Elegant Brunch Casserole*. Perfectly designed for leisurely weekends or celebratory occasions, this dish combines layers of savory ground breakfast sausage, tender baby spinach, and hearty day-old bread, all bathed in a rich, creamy egg mixture. Topped with a decadent blend of sharp cheddar and parmesan cheeses and a sprinkle of fresh green onions, this baked casserole delivers irresistible flavor and an eye-catching golden crust. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this all-in-one recipe is ideal for feeding a hungry crowd of 8, making it the ultimate choice for a hassle-free and elegant brunch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through, breaking it into small crumbles. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
In the same skillet, lightly wilt the baby spinach for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until fully combined.
Add the cubed bread to the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Layer the browned sausage and wilted spinach evenly over the bread cubes.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and parmesan cheese evenly over the sausage and spinach layer.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top of the casserole, ensuring it soaks through all the layers. Press down lightly on the mixture with a spatula if needed to help the bread absorb the liquid.
Sprinkle the chopped green onions across the top for a fresh garnish.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set in the center.
Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your elegant brunch casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6238 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 341.3 g | 438% | |
| Saturated Fat | 146.4 g | 732% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2208 mg | 736% | |
| Sodium | 13662 mg | 594% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 523.2 g | 190% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.6 g | ||
| Protein | 269.4 g | 539% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.9 mcg | 55% | |
| Calcium | 3099 mg | 238% | |
| Iron | 47.5 mg | 264% | |
| Potassium | 3643 mg | 78% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
